Question 1

Do I need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Accepted Answer

More than 90 nationalities — including the EU, UK, Japan and Korea — enter visa-free for 30 days. US and Canadian citizens use a simple e-visa (2–3 working days). We confirm your exact case at booking.

Question 2

Is Uzbekistan safe for tourists?

Accepted Answer

Yes — it is one of the safest destinations in Asia, with very low street crime and a strong culture of hospitality. Solo travellers and women travel comfortably; you are met by our team in every city.

Question 3

What is the best time to visit?

Accepted Answer

April–June and September–November: warm, clear days ideal for walking the old cities. July–August exceeds 35°C (we shift sightseeing to mornings); December–February is cold but quiet, with lower prices.

Question 4

How do I get between the cities?

Accepted Answer

The Afrosiyob high-speed train links Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara; Khiva is reached by a scenic desert drive or a short flight to Urgench. All tickets and transfers are included in our tours.

Question 5

Can I pay by card? How much cash do I need?

Accepted Answer

Visa and Mastercard work in city hotels, restaurants and supermarkets. Keep som in cash for bazaars, taxis and tips — plan on the equivalent of $20–30 a day of walking-around money.

Question 6

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Everyday dress is relaxed and Western. Inside mosques and madrasas, shoulders and knees covered; a light scarf is useful for women in the few active mosques. Comfortable shoes — the old cities are walked.

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